FLEX DRIVER

JOB SUMMARY:   Coordinates and schedules authorized use of Hospital vehicles.  Operates Hospital vehicles.  Schedules routine preventative maintenance and necessary repairs of Hospital vehicles; verifies accuracy of maintenance/repairs prior to submission of payment invoices. May be required to make simple repairs and/or perform routine preventative maintenance tasks on Hospital vehicles.  Completes and maintains tasks on Hospital vehicles.  Completes and maintains all records as required by Hospital/Department policies and procedures.  Assures the maintenance of a safe and sanitary environment.  Provides escort and transportation services to adult, children and adolescent patients.   

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:   To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Will plan, organize and assign PHP, IOP and Discharges at Hartgrove and Garfield to the appropriate driver. Will be responsible for scheduling of drivers due to PTO, call offs, special events and per patient needs at each hospital. Will track and maintain all vehicle maintenance and regulatory compliance as required by the State of Illinois such as city stickers, license plates, I-PASS and safety equipment on Vans.Will be responsible for ensuring all paper work/daily logs are filled out properly by each driver.

Education:   High School Diploma perferred

Experience:   Experience with patient transport preferred.

Licensure/Certification:  Valid driver’s license with verification of no more than one (1) accident on record for the preceding five (5) years, no more than two (2) moving violations for the preceding six (6) years, no reckless driving tickets and no DWI/DUI violations.

Knowledge:     Ability to read, write, and speak the English language; ability to follow written and oral directions; ability to read and interpret maps and maintenance manuals.